Journal of sport & exercise psychology

Mindful Sport Performance Enhancement in Youth Soccer: A Randomized Active-Control Trial of Objective Performance Under Pressure and Psychological Outcomes.

Journal of sport & exercise psychology May 5, 2026 Alireza Farsi, Javad Shakerd, Ebrahim Moteshareie et al.

This randomized controlled trial examined whether Mindful Sport Performance Enhancement (MSPE) improves objective performance under pressure, increases flow, and reduces competitive anxiety and aggression in youth soccer. Fifty-two male academy outfield players were randomized to 6 weeks of MSPE or an education-based active attention control. Assessments were completed pre, post, and 3-month...